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Highway Department in Crisis? Staffing Shortages Renew Questions About Turnover, Transparency

Highway Department in Crisis? Staffing Shortages Renew Questions About Turnover, Transparency By Christopher Kelleher BROOKFIELD — One of Brookfield’s most important departments appears to be

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Highway Department in Crisis? Staffing Shortages Renew Questions About Turnover, Transparency

Highway Department in Crisis? Staffing Shortages Renew Questions About Turnover, Transparency By Christopher Kelleher BROOKFIELD — One of Brookfield’s most important departments appears to be operating without a highway superintendent. The Highway Department reportedly consists of a single highway operator and a part-time clerk, raising serious questions about how the
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TWO WEST BROOKFIELD PHYSICIANS INDICTED ON DRUG PRESCRIBING AND MEDICAID FRAUD CHARGES

WEST BROOKFIELD — Two physicians associated with West Brookfield Family Practice have been indicted by a Worcester County Grand Jury on allegations of illegally prescribing controlled substances and committing Medicaid fraud, according to an announcement released Tuesday by Attorney General Andrea Campbell’s office. Dr. Jeffrey J. Jones and Dr. James
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BREAKING: BROOKFIELD LAUNCHES “SAVE TOWN COUNSEL” FUNDRAISER

Following allegations that Select Board “Vice Chair” Richard Chaffee contacted Town Counsel over a citizen cutting grass with Highway Department approval, Brookfield officials are allegedly preparing for a catastrophic increase in emergency legal spending   Officials warn the Town Counsel budget could be completely overwhelmed by future community-related emergencies, including:
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Highway Department in Crisis? Staffing Shortages Renew Questions About Turnover, Transparency

Highway Department in Crisis? Staffing Shortages Renew Questions About Turnover, Transparency By Christopher Kelleher BROOKFIELD — One of Brookfield’s most important departments appears to be
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Questions Raised After Charlton Coalition Health Agent Denies Food Truck Permit Tied to Neighboring Farm

FOOD TRUCK OWNER QUESTIONS PERMIT DENIAL LINKED TO NEIGHBOR DISPUTE Questions Raised After Charlton Coalition Health Agent Denies Food Truck Permit Tied to Neighboring Farm
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Tree project fallout raises questions about Brookfield’s procurement process

Tree project fallout raises questions about Brookfield’s procurement process By Christopher Kelleher BROOKFIELD, MA — A Brookfield tree removal project that was put out to competitive

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Position Open: Highway Superintendent in the Town of Brookfield

Date: October 12, 2023 Brookfield, MA – The Town of Brookfield, a charming community with a population of 3,450, is seeking a dynamic and experienced
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Brookfield Community Newspaper Seeks Local Talents: Join Our Writing Team!

The Brookfield Examiner, your trusted local non-profit newspaper, is calling on residents to contribute to a proud town tradition. As we continue our mission to